Sermons and Biblical Studies

The story is told of a woman who entered a hospital for tests. While she was being tested, her husband wrapped her very expensive 3.5-carat diamond ring in a napkin for safekeeping. In a forgetful moment, the woman’s husband threw the napkin in the trash. When he realized his mistake, he dashed outside, only to … Continue reading “Diligently Searching For God's Wisdom – Bible study”

God’s prophet Jeremiah wrote the following inspired words over two thousand years ago: “Thus says the LORD: “Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, where the good way is, and walk in it; then you will find rest for your souls.” But they said, “We will not walk in it” … Continue reading “God's Plan For Spiritual Learning – Bible study”

While working in a warehouse several years ago, I fell while walking in a small puddle of water on the concrete floor. As a result, I severely sprained my ankle, requiring a cast and several weeks of painful physical therapy. The results of that fall are still fresh in my mind. The pain of falling … Continue reading “God Is Ready To Help When We Stumble And Fall – Bible study”

In Acts 17:13-32, Paul preached to the Athenians at Mars Hill, declaring the truth of the resurrection. Unfortunately, many listeners gathered there were not seeking spiritual truth, but simply wanted to discuss the latest human doctrines and philosophies, with seemingly little interest in acting on what they learned from Paul’s preaching (Acts 17:18-21; Acts 17:32). … Continue reading “The Kindling Of Our Hearts – Bible study”

In our technological world of greater productivity and efficiency, we overschedule our days, rush through meals, drive impatiently, and wonder why the joy of living eludes us. We accelerate our pace of life instead of slowing down. Slowing down can positively affect our lives at work and at home. Rushing about can cloud our judgment … Continue reading “Let's Slow Down And Smell The Roses! – Bible study”

The story is told of a woman who dressed in rags, lived in a tenement house amid mounds of garbage, and spent much of her time rummaging through trash cans. The local newspaper picked up her story after the woman who was known in her neighborhood as “Garbage Mary” had been admitted to a psychiatric … Continue reading “Let's Not Subsist On Worldly “Garbage” – Bible study”

As Christians, associating ourselves with a congregation of the Lord’s people is not a difficult task. Unfortunately, some Christians want to be considered a part of the congregation, but they do not desire to be involved in the Lord’s work. The whole purpose of the church is to act in concert, fulfilling God’s will (cf. … Continue reading “Let's Get Involved Doing The Lord's Work! – Bible study”

God has built into our nature an internal judicial system the conscience. It commends us when we do right and condemns us when we do wrong (cf. Acts 23:1; John 8:7-9). But this vital monitor of morality does not say the same thing to everyone (Titus 1:15). In some cultures, vengeful killing is seen as … Continue reading “Adjusting Our Conscience – Bible study”

According to various studies conducted by doctors around the country, counting our blessings promotes good physical health. Volunteers who kept weekly gratitude journals, reported fewer aches and pains than those who recorded daily hassles or neutral events. In promoting strong emotional health, one doctor tells folks to think of someone who has made an important … Continue reading “Want Good Health? Let's Count Our Blessings! – Bible study”

While working for a major gas transmission company a few years back, I worked in an office building for two years where there were few windows. In fact, the majority of those two years were spent in rooms completely without windows to the outside world. Indeed, a sad environment to work in. In contrast, one … Continue reading “Opening The Windows Of Heaven – Bible study”